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Empowerment Pathways is seeking a dedicated and experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to join our team in a full-time remote position. This role is pivotal for delivering compassionate care to individuals facing complex mental health challenges. As a social worker at our community health clinic, you will provide vital support to clients dealing with severe emotional disorders and major mental illnesses, helping them navigate their journeys toward recovery and empowerment.

Empowerment Pathways is committed to promoting healthier communities by offering quality, safe, and patient-centered healthcare services in medically underserved areas. Our mission emphasizes accessibility and inclusivity, ensuring that healthcare is available to all, regardless of ability to pay. We embrace a global perspective while acting locally, striving to set a standard for other health centers to follow. Our dedication to service guides us in fostering a resilient and healthier community.

The social worker will operate primarily in a remote setting, allowing for flexibility and efficient communication with clients and team members. Our organization employs advanced telehealth platforms that facilitate virtual meetings, assessments, and interventions, ensuring that support is always within reach for those we serve. You will be collaborating closely with a diverse team of healthcare professionals committed to a shared vision of holistic patient care.

• Provide direct clinical services to clients via telehealth platforms, addressing mental health needs through assessment, diagnosis, and treatment.
• Develop and implement integrated care plans tailored to individual client needs, ensuring access to essential services and resources.
• Conduct brief, evidence-based screenings with clients, following up with detailed assessments when necessary to clarify diagnoses and treatment paths.
• Participate as an active team member, contributing to team meetings and collaborating on treatment planning to achieve common goals.
• Engage in crisis intervention efforts, providing timely support to clients experiencing acute mental health crises.
• Carry a caseload of clients that includes assessment and therapy sessions, both individual and group, ensuring that services are client-centered and evidence-based.
• Monitor client progress and outcomes, adjusting treatment plans as needed based on feedback and assessments.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of documentation, reports, and data submissions related to client care.
• Participate in organizational committees aimed at enhancing service delivery and quality improvement initiatives.
• Provide on-call support during and after program hours as required, ensuring clients receive timely interventions.

This role focuses on serving individuals who experience significant mental health challenges, including major mental illnesses like depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder, as well as severe emotional disorders. Our clients often come from underprivileged backgrounds, requiring a compassionate approach that acknowledges their unique circumstances and promotes empowerment. The work environment fosters diversity, encouraging cultural competency and understanding of various traditions and beliefs among clients.

• Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited institution, with a valid LCSW license in Oregon.
• Expertise in assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning for mental health populations, as well as risk assessment and crisis management.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with a capacity to build rapport and establish trust with clients and colleagues.
• Demonstrated organizational skills, with an ability to manage multiple cases effectively in a busy clinical environment.
• Competency in addressing age-related and developmental needs of diverse populations.

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in a clinical social work setting, particularly with a focus on mental health.
• Familiarity with community health systems, particularly in underserved areas, is highly desirable.
• Experience with evidence-based therapeutic techniques and assessment tools.

The salary range for this position is between USD 70,000 and 85,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Empowerment Pathways offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. We prioritize employee well-being and work-life balance, providing a supportive environment conducive to both professional and personal growth.

At Empowerment Pathways, we are committed to the ongoing professional development of our staff. Employees have access to training programs, continuing education opportunities, and pathways for advancement within the organization. We encourage social workers to pursue specialized certifications and engage in leadership roles that align with their career aspirations.

Joining the Empowerment Pathways team means becoming part of a mission-driven organization that values collaboration, innovation, and impact. We recognize the importance of each team member’s contribution to our collective goal of improving community health outcomes. Enjoy a flexible work environment, the opportunity to effect meaningful change, and the satisfaction of helping those in need.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals struggling with mental health challenges and meet the qualifications outlined above, we invite you to submit your application. Please include your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and motivations for applying. Empowerment Pathways is an equal opportunity employer, and we celebrate diversity in our workforce. We look forward to hearing from you!